Archive for 2013

Choose from chain, belt, screw, or direct drive garage door openers
There’s nothing worse than a noisy, rattling garage door opener—unless it’s a garage door opener that doesn’t work at all. If you’re tired of your old garage door opener waking the entire household whenever someone comes home late at night, it’s probably time to replace it. You might be surprised to learn that there are…
Try these three troubleshooting steps to get your garage door to close properly
Automatic garage doors really are a wonderful modern convenience—at least until they stop working properly. Then, they can be a huge hassle. One of the most common garage door malfunctions that homeowners may experience is a garage door that won’t close. Somehow this always manages to happen when you’re already running late and have zero time to waste messing…
Discover the most common causes of garage door opener malfunctions and how to fix them
If your garage door won’t open properly, it’s highly likely you have some sort of problem involving your garage door opener system. Learning about these common garage door problems & solutions will help you figure out what’s wrong with your CONTINUE READING →
Discover the pros & cons of wood, steel, aluminum, fiberglass, and composite garage doors
If you’re in the market for a new garage door, you may find yourself feeling overwhelmed by all the options. The advice here will give you an overview of the pros and cons of the various materials that garage doors can be made from. After reading you should have a better idea of which material will serve your needs best, and you’ll…
Advice to help you narrow down your options and find the right garage door for your home
When it comes to purchasing a new garage door, you have almost limitless options ranging from basic brand name doors to totally custom creations. Start with one of the following types of doors and then choose the material, color, panel design, hardware, etc. to make sure…
Don’t wait until your garage door opener breaks to replace it! A new opener could provide significant benefits.
Most people probably assume that as long as their garage door opener can raise and lower the garage door, it doesn’t need replacing. However, burnt out opener motors, broken drive chains, and…
They say an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure…that certainly applies to garage door maintenance in Simi Valley CA!
At Carroll Garage Doors, we see way too many cases of homeowners calling us up for major garage door repairs that should never have been required in the first place, had they invested in preventative maintenance and…
Are expensive garage doors worth it? Check out our honest advice and decide for yourself.
Sometimes, when shopping for a big ticket item like a garage door it’s really tempting to just opt for the least expensive model. However, going with a $399 bargain garage door will restrict your choices regarding materials, insulation, and aesthetics, not to mention quality. In…
Does your garage door creak, groan, or rattle every time you use it? Does it stick halfway through its motion whenever you try to open or shut it? Do you have to press the remote five times before the garage door opener kicks in? If the answer to any of these questions is yes, you could benefit from garage door repair. When looking…
Buying a new garage door is a big investment. If your garage door faces the street, it can have a huge impact on the curb appeal and value of your home. Choosing the right door is obviously very important, and you want to make sure you get the right balance of beauty, performance, and value for your needs. Here are some of the pros and cons to bear…